Prestige When and How
Quick answer: Prestige first time after Lv50 + first weekly raid clear + all dungeons cleared once. Stockpile materials before prestiging (saves 2-3h re-grinding). Each prestige tier grants permanent +2% stats and one signature skill. Cap: Prestige 10. Endgame Mythic+ requires Prestige 5+.
First prestige timing
After Lv50 + first weekly raid clear + all dungeons cleared once. Don't prestige earlier — you'll miss content gating.
Pre-prestige stockpile
30 healing potions, 20 XP boosters, 5 mid-tier weapons, 50k gold. Saves 2-3 hours of re-grinding.
What you keep
Gear, gold, recipes, achievements, mounts, skill ranks (refunded SP).
What you lose
Current XP, temporary buffs, slotted skill points (refunded as currency).
Subsequent prestiges
Easier each time. Re-level in ~8h (saved gear). Each tier adds +2% permanent stats.
Prestige cap
Currently 10. Raised in major expansions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Worth the time?
Yes for endgame. Required for Mythic+, top-tier raids.
Skip prestige for solo play?
Possible but you'll plateau at Lv50 stats permanently.